#077: ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence (AI), & Relationships

Over the past few years, AI (artificial intelligence) has transformed the way we interact with technology, making it possible for machines to perform tasks that previously required human input. From instant document creation and contract drafting to graphic design and music composition, AI has proven to be a powerful tool that can save us time and enhance our productivity. However, as the use of AI continues to grow, concerns about its impact on communication and relationships have emerged.

In this episode of our podcast on communication and interpersonal relationships, TalkDoc, Meredith, and Teighlor delve into the topic of AI, exploring the widespread use of this technology in our daily lives and relationships. We examine the ways in which AI is already changing how we communicate and connect with each other, from chatbots and virtual assistants to personalized recommendations and social media algorithms. We also discuss the potential dangers and risks associated with AI, particularly its impact on children, relationships, and our ability to form meaningful connections with others.

Join us as we navigate this complex and rapidly evolving landscape, offering insights and perspectives on the role of AI in shaping our communication and relationships. We'll explore the ethical implications of AI, as well as the potential benefits and drawbacks of its continued development. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a skeptic, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and human connection.

Music by epidemic sound.

SHOW NOTES:

Experts :  Dr. Sherry Turkle, Tristan Harris, Aza Raskin, Elon Musk and Steve Wozniack

Resources : 

https://chat.openai.com/

https://openai.com/product/gpt-4

Dr. Sherry Turkle:

Computing: Reflections and the Path Forward - YouTube

The A.I. Dilemma:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoVJKj8lcNQ

Dangers on SnapChat:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2023/03/14/snapchat-myai/

Huffington Post Article (Cohen): 

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/ai-chatgpt-bot-boyfriend_n_63f7dd2be4b04ff5b488ff84

Dr. Sherry Turkle’s Friction Free Concept:

“Artificial intelligence, perhaps without meaning to, has become deeply woven into this story. Why? Because artificial intelligence is almost definitionally about the promise of efficiency without vulnerability or, increasingly, about the illusion of companionship without the demands of friendship. But by trying to move ahead toward the friction free, we are getting ourselves into all kinds of new trouble.” - Dr. Sherry Turkle

“We preached authenticity, but we practiced self curation. Technology encouraged us to forget what we knew about life. And we made a digital world where we could forget what life was teaching us.”  - Dr. Sherry Turkle